Episode 202: Lady’s Mantle: Uses, Herbal Wisdom, and Benefits

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Episode Summary

What can this velvety, rose-family herb teach us about transformation and healing?

In this episode, I’m joined by the luminous Robin Rose Bennett to discuss lady's mantle (Alchemilla spp.), a plant that embodies both strength and tenderness, ancient alchemy and modern healing. Robin Rose shares how this ancient herb supports women through every life stage, from menstruation to menopause, and what its alchemical nature can teach us about transformation, healing, and self-love.

Together, we dive into the folklore, magic, and medicine of this lovely herb. Along the way, Robin Rose offers her Lady’s Luxury infusion recipe—a beautiful blend that nourishes both body and spirit. In fact, I’ve been making this tea regularly since our discussion, and it’s delightful! I can’t wait to share it with you. You can download your beautifully-illustrated recipe card from the section below.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know:

► The ancient alchemy behind lady’s mantle—and why herbalists have treasured this plant for centuries

► The secret of the sparkling “dew” on the leaves of lady’s mantle (and why it’s even more magical than it looks!)

► Why lady’s mantle has been called the ultimate ally for women through every life transition—from maiden to mother to elder

► How the simple act of gathering herbs with gratitude can transform your medicine making

► and so much more…

For those of you who don’t know her, Robin Rose Bennett is a storyteller, writer, and herbalist, offering classes in Herbal Medicine and EarthSpirit Teachings since 1986 - at herb conferences, festivals, medical schools, and most joyously, outside with the plants. 

Robin Rose shares herbal medicine with gratitude for the loving generosity of the plants and the magic, mystery, and beauty of the web of life. She is the author of: Healing Magic - A Green Witch Guidebook to Conscious Living, The Gift of Healing Herbs - Plant Medicines and Home Remedies for a Vibrantly Healthy Life, A Young Green Witch’s Guide to Plant Magic - Rituals and Recipes from Nature, and A Green Witch's Pocket Book of Wisdom-Big Little Life Tips.

I’m delighted to share our conversation with you today!

Would you prefer reading this episode? If so, click here to download a transcript.

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Connect with Robin Rose:

• Website | https://www.robinrosebennett.com/
• Instagram | @robinrosebennett
• Facebook | Wise Woman Healing Ways
• YouTube | Robin Rose Bennett

What You'll Learn from This Episode

• [1:09] Introduction to Robin Rose Bennett
• [4:23] The story behind Robin Rose’s name
• [10:50] Lady’s mantle: botany, alchemy, and lore
• [15:53] Lady’s mantle for reproductive and emotional healing
• [20:22] Lady’s mantle for fertility and menopause
• [29:25] Lady’s mantle infused oil
• [32:58] Harvesting, gratitude, and communion with plants
• [37:12] Lady’s Luxury recipe
• [42:52] Robin Rose’s current herbal projects
• [46:54] How herbs instill hope in Robin Rose
• [50:21] Student spotlight
• [51:37] Herbal tidbit

Get Your Free Recipe Download!

This luxurious infusion helps women at any stage, but it was created with the menopausal years in mind.

The alchemical lady's mantle helps strengthen a woman's body and mind as she moves through this transformational rite of passage. This recipe can help ease symptoms of hormones in flux, from (temporarily!) flagging libidos, to (potentially) sagging breasts, as well as cool down hot flashes at times when they may be too disruptive.

Ingredients:

• 1 quart jar
• ½ cup dried oatstraw
• ¼ cup dried lady’s mantle leaves/stalks/flowers
• 2 Tbsp dried red rose blossoms

Directions:

1. Gently boil the oatstraw in 1 cup of water for 5 minutes. 
2. Place the lady’s mantle and red roses in a quart jar. Pour the oatstraw and cooking water into the jar. (Use a wide-mouth funnel to make this easier.)
3. Fill the jar to the top with boiling water. Cap and steep for approximately an hour, or to taste.

-- TIMESTAMPS -- 

• 00:08 - Introduction to Robin Rose Bennett
• 03:27 - The story behind Robin Rose’s name
• 10:10 - Lady’s mantle: botany, alchemy, and lore
• 15:27 - Lady’s mantle for reproductive and emotional healing
• 20:07 - Lady’s mantle for fertility and menopause
• 29:27 - Lady’s mantle infused oil
• 33:04 - Harvesting, gratitude, and communion with plants
• 37:23 - Lady’s Luxury recipe
• 43:12 - Robin Rose’s current herbal projects
• 47:25 - How herbs instill hope in Robin Rose
• 50:53 - Student spotlight
• 52:10 - Herbal tidbit

Connect with Rosalee

• On Instagram | @rosaleedelaforet

• On Facebook | Herbs With Rosalee
• On YouTube | Herbs With Rosalee

• Website | herbswithrosalee.com


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